Disney’s Unmade Don Quixote and the Brizzi Brothers’ Next Chapter (Ep. 381)

Jim Hill and Drew Taylor revisit Disney’s unmade Don Quixote and the ambitious animation projects that slipped away as the studio grew more cautious. A graphic novel by the Brizzi brothers offers a new reason to explore their extraordinary visual storytelling. They also discuss Wildwood’s PG-13 rating, Jim’s visit to The Magic of Disney Animation, and the latest animation books and Pikmin shorts.

NEWS

• Wildwood and the double standard facing PG-13 animation.
• Drew’s Cat in the Hat panel and his enthusiasm for its animation and score.
• The Magic of Disney Animation’s Once Upon a Studio touches and a nod to My Peoples.
• Animation books, from The Owl House to Brad Bird’s Ray Gunn.
• Patrick Stewart and Eric Bauza’s voice work, plus Nintendo’s charming Pikmin shorts.

FEATURE

• How the Brizzi brothers’ work on Hunchback and Fantasia 2000 led to an ambitious Don Quixote proposal.
• Why Disney’s changing priorities left bold projects unmade, and how a graphic novel brings the brothers’ storytelling back into view.

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• Jim Hill: Instagram @JimHillMedia | X @JimHillMedia | JimHillMedia.com
• Drew Taylor: Instagram @drewtailored | X @DrewTailored | DrewTaylor.work

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PRODUCTION CREDITS

Edited by Dave Grey
Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency

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